Thanks for reaching out. Deteriorated outer log siding is one of the most common repairs we handle, and it's very fixable if caught before it spreads further into the structure. Since cost depends on how...
View Question I apologize for the delay in response, this question was buried in our system under quite a bit of spam. You’re not doing anything wrong — this is very common with white pine that’s been weathered....
View Question A dust collector usually won’t solve this — most cabin dust comes from dry, unfinished logs shedding fibers, not from the air system. The best fix is gently cleaning the walls with a soft brush or...
View Question That’s a very valid concern — visible rot usually means there’s more going on. You can’t reliably tell from looks alone; rot often starts inside the log and works outward. Thermal imaging can sometimes...
View Question There isn’t a perfect spray that permanently stops them, but residual pyrethroid-based insecticides work best as a deterrent. Products with permethrin, cyfluthrin, or bifenthrin are commonly used and...
View Question Yes, they can — and that’s actually pretty common. Shellac works well on interior logs because it seals in color, reduces dusting, and gives a warm, natural finish. Just make sure the logs are clean...
View Question Sometimes — but not automatically. You can go over existing material only if it’s still well-bonded and flexible. If chinking or caulk is cracked, brittle, or pulling away, it needs to come out first...
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